Fraser Gilbert
The greatest compliment we can give to Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 is that it's a very faithful remake of the original two classics. And for the first time in a long time, the franchise feels fresh again. The game does a great job at recapturing the magic of Pro Skater's early days while also modernising them for the current generation (despite a couple of wobbles), and now we can't wait to see where Activision takes the series next. Welcome back, Tony!
Another superb entry that feels tailor-made for the series' most dedicated players.
NHL 20 again leads the way for pro sports on PS4 and Xbox One, strengthened this year by shooting improvements and presentation upgrades.
Handball 17 occasionally thrills, but a plethora of problems leave it floundering in the relegation zone.
Football Manager 2017 adds to the best sports simulation series on the planet with a barrage of low-key additions.
FIFA 17 utilizes the Frostbite engine to reach new heights, but its gameplay suffers in a multiplayer setting.
NHL 17 delivers with low-key improvements on the ice, while a host of feature-rich game modes offer greater depth than ever before.
Deceptively simple yet near impossible to master, Videoball is sure to generate a cult following.